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Quantitative Trader Interview
Jane Street

Two players each roll a die. Each wins if their number is higher than the other's, but they are not obligated to bet. If the first player declines the bet, that round ends. The second player knows whether the first player made a bet or not. Which player has a higher expected payout?

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